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Afghanistan Stuns England with Historic Win in ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Afghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran breaks all-time Champions Trophy record

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Afghanistan has pulled off a stunning upset in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, defeating England by 8 runs in a thrilling match that saw the English team knocked out of the tournament. The Afghan team's victory was led by Ibrahim Zadran's majestic 177 and pacer Azmatullah Omarzai's impressive 5-wicket haul, which trumped Joe Root's masterful hundred. England's chase was marked by a slow start, with the dismissal of Phil Salt and Jamie Smith early on, and despite Root's efforts to stabilize the innings, the team ultimately fell short.

The match saw several notable performances, including Zadran's remarkable innings, which helped Afghanistan pile up 325 for seven. Zadran's incredible hundred came off 146 balls, with 12 fours and 6 sixes, and he had solid support from skipper Hashmathullah Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai. England's Joe Root also played a crucial role in the match, bringing up his 17th ODI hundred with a single off Rashid Khan, but his efforts were ultimately not enough to save the team. The Afghan team's impressive performance has given them two points in the tournament, and they will now face Australia in their final group match.

England's defeat has left them winless after two matches, and they will face South Africa in their last league match in Group B. The match also saw a knee injury to England pacer Mark Wood, who bowled only eight overs despite spending some time away from the field during the Afghan innings. The Afghan team's victory has been hailed as a historic win, and it marks a significant milestone in their cricketing journey. The team's performance has been praised by fans and critics alike, and it is expected to boost their morale and confidence in the tournament.

The tournament schedule is as follows:

  • England vs South Africa
  • Afghanistan vs Australia
The team rankings are currently:
  1. Australia
  2. South Africa
  3. Afghanistan
  4. England
The match scores are:
  • Afghanistan: 325/7
  • England: 317 all out
The player statistics are:
  • Ibrahim Zadran: 177 runs
  • Azmatullah Omarzai: 5 wickets
  • Joe Root: 120 runs

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is expected to be a closely contested tournament, with several teams vying for the top spot. The Afghan team's victory over England has thrown open the competition, and it will be interesting to see how the teams perform in the remaining matches. The tournament has already seen some exciting matches, and fans are eagerly waiting to see what the rest of the tournament has in store.

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